I have a similar dilemma. I need a 2nd travel camera and am drawn to the GX1 but for a little more money I can have a G5 that has a viewfinder.Under pressure to make a decision soon. Anyone care to comment. I have had a GH1 for some time and find it very good but need a backup as the next trip is a once in a lifetime event.

If you're just looking for a 2nd body to use as a backup, I guess you might as well go with the G5. But personally, I'd like something different from my primary (which is why I bought a Sony RX100 as a backup to my GH2), so I'd lean toward the GX1 because it's smaller. Yes, the GX1 doesn't have a viewfinder (nor does it have a tilt-swivel LCD), but if you need a viewfinder (or tilt-swivel LCD), that's what you have the GH1 for.

But if I may further muddy the water, how about an Oly E-M5? Viewfinder, tilt (only) LCD, better IQ, slightly smaller than the GH1, but costs even more than a G5.

Congrats on yuor GX1, there's load of fantastic lenses for the M4/3 system. I'd recommend the 7-14mm for an ultra wide zoom, the 20mm f1.7 or 25mm f1.4 for a general purpose and the Olympus 45mm f1.8 for a short tele.

You may enjoy my working holiday video series! I'm still travelling with the GX1 after 9 months and am really happy with the results. I post a new photo several times a week in my social media streams if you're interested...

Thanks Gordon.So far seems a nifty little camera that will complement the GH1. Heading for the Ross Sea and Scott Base in the Antarctic on Tuesday so the gear will get a good workout over the next month.